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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New gains in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like American College of Education to conduct these massive open online courses? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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